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Job Summary: Apply today! Recreation & Wellbeing is offering a $1,000 to $2,000 hiring bonus!
Recreation & Wellbeing (Rec Well) is ready to hire a self-motivated Facility Technician with a passion for working on a variety of tasks in different settings and a wide range of possibilities. We are looking for a mechanically inclined team member and offer on-the-job training for those willing to learn and expand their skill set. Working at Rec Well facilities provides a dynamic work environment where no two days are the same. This entry-level position is a unique opportunity to start a career at a top-tier school and acquire new skills, including basic building repairs, outdoor field maintenance, light mechanical work, and fitness equipment repairs.
Responsibilities: Tasks: Develop strong working relationships with campus partners such as Physical Plant, Risk Management, and EHS. Attend Divisional Staff meetings and trainings. Attend state, regional, and national conferences as approved to keep abreast of current trends and issues. Participate in trade shows and other professional development opportunities presented by the department. Pursue and maintain all necessary certifications related to job responsibilities (American Red Cross Adult CPR/FA/AED). Serve on department, division, or university committees as requested. On an occasional basis, exercise flexibility to work evening or weekend hours. Institutional Statement on Diversity: Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion
Education: Preferred
H.S. Diploma

Qualifications: Facility Technician I Qualifications:
0-3 years of relevant work experience Entry level computer skills required Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to perform lifting regularly up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 100 lbs. Facility Technician II Qualifications:
3+ years of relative experience Grounds and synthetic turf maintenance experience Fitness equipment repair or mechanical/electrical diagnostics and repair Perform skilled repair and maintenance on facilities related to carpentry, painting, structural, plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilation, HVAC, and/or mechanical systems Entry level computer skills required Ability to stand for extended periods of time Ability to perform lifting regularly up to 50 lbs, occasionally up to 100 lbs. Work Schedule: Normal schedule is 7:00am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday.

Work Type: Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration: Ongoing/Renewable

Salary: Minimum $20.00 HOURLY
Depending on Qualifications
The starting hourly rate for a Facility Technician I position is $20.00 per hour. Those candidates that meet the qualifications of a Facility Technician II should expect a starting hourly rate higher than $20.00 per hour. Actual pay is negotiable and will depend on experience and qualifications.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see:
Additional Information: University Recreation & Wellbeing:
Rec Well is part of Student Affairs at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, led by the vice chancellor for student affairs. Our staff is dedicated to serving students and to helping them succeed in and out of the classroom in areas including health and well-being, identity and inclusion, leadership and engagement, and student advocacy. Student Affairs includes departments led by the dean of students; departments that provide identity-based spaces and leadership resources; the Wisconsin Union; University Health Services; and University Recreation and Wellbeing.
About the University of Wisconsin-Madison:
Since its founding in 1848, the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus has been a catalyst for the extraordinary. As a public land-grant university and prolific research institution, our students, staff, and faculty members partake in a world-class education and solve real-world problems. With the Wisconsin Idea as our guiding principle, we're not only changing the 936 acres we call home-Badgers are also creating a better future for Wisconsin, the nation, and the world.
About the City of Madison:
With a population of 255,000, Madison, WI has small town feels and big city amenities. Known for its natural beauty, recreational opportunities, and thriving social scene, Madison boasts impressive numbers. Nestled on an isthmus between 15,000 acres of lakes and an extensive network of 270+ parks and 200+ miles of biking trails. Madison is one of only five platinum-level bike cities, home to 370 restaurants, shops, and exceptional art institutions. The city is consistently recognized as a great place to live:
#1 Top 100 Best Places to Live - Livability.com, 2022
#1 Cities with the Best Work-Life Balance - smartasset.com, 2020
#1 Best Hospitals in Wisconsin - U.S. News & World Report, 2020
#2 Best Cities for Bikes - peopleforbikes.org, June 2020
#2 Happiest Cities in America - menshealth.com, December 2020
How to Apply: To begin the application process, click the "Apply Now" button. As part of the application process, you will be required to upload a current resume and provide contact information for three professional references.
The deadline for assuring full consideration is October 19, 2023; however, the position will remain open, and applications may be considered until the position is filled.
Contact: Cameron Theisen
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Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title: Facilities Technician I(FP029) or Facilities Technician II(FP030)

Department(s): A80-RECREATION & WELLBEING/NICK FACILITIES

Employment Class: University Staff-Ongoing

Job Number: 288165-CP

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
If you need to request an accommodation because of a disability, you can find information about how to make a request at the following website:
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.
The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department .
About University of Wisconsin Madison
The University of Wisconsin–Madison has been a catalyst for the extraordinary since its founding in 1848. Our students, staff, and faculty partake in world-class education and conduct prolific research that solves real-world problems. Our guiding principle is the Wisconsin Idea, a commitment to outreach that creates a better future for our state, our nation, and the world. We value the contributions of each person and recognize that diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation.
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